Where to watch This Was a Woman (1948) in the UK
This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video and BFI Player or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 14 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
The woman here is Sylvia Russell: power mad with set goals. In order to achieve those goals she is sadistically devoted to her son and daughter, able to possess and direct them. She subtly ruins her daughter's marriage by corrupting a servant girl and, then, uses her to compromise her son-in-law; slowly breaks her bumbling, unambitious husband's confidence...
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Is This Was a Woman on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently on Netflix or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video and BFI Player or buy from Amazon Video.
Amazon Prime Video
No — This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video and BFI Player or buy from Amazon Video.
Disney+
No — This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently on Disney+ or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video and BFI Player or buy from Amazon Video.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in This Was a Woman.
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Sonia DresdelSylvia Russell -
Walter FitzgeraldArthur Russell -
Emrys JonesTerry Russell -
Barbara WhiteFenella Russell -
Scott ForbesDr. Valentine Christie (billed as "Julian Dallas") -
Cyril RaymondAustin Penrose -
Celia LiptonEffie Holmes
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Marjorie RhodesMrs. Holmes
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This Was a Woman — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch This Was a Woman in the UK?
This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and BFI Player and buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent This Was a Woman?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video and BFI Player so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of This Was a Woman?
Yes. This Was a Woman can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is This Was a Woman on Netflix in the UK?
No — This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently on Netflix or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video and BFI Player or buy from Amazon Video.
Is This Was a Woman on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
No — This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video and BFI Player or buy from Amazon Video.
Is This Was a Woman on Disney+ in the UK?
No — This Was a Woman (1948) is not currently on Disney+ or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video and BFI Player or buy from Amazon Video.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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